Production Team Lead — Drive Process Improvement & Safety

UniFirst Corporation; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with management-bon

401K with company match

Profit sharing

Health and life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UniFirst Corporation in Broken Arrow, OK seeks an Assistant Production Manager to lead training, uphold safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced facility. You will guide a diverse team and align production with business goals across departments.

The role emphasizes cost control, quality, and operat ional excellence, with opportunities for growth within a collaborative, inclusive culture and a strong emphasis on safety and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience.
• Ability to perform physical tasks incl. lifting, standing, walking.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (<25%).
• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of production management experience.
• Financial literacy to analyze production costs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and Lean Six Sigma.
• Commitment to safety and compliance initiatives.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize processes with the Production Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Support and inspire team members to foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment.
• Foster a service-oriented culture that delivers exceptional value to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting regular inspections and providing training and proactive initiatives.
• Oversee wastewater processes to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Assist development and implementation of production schedules while driving operational improvements.
• Collaborate across departments to align production goals with business objectives and enterprise mindset.
• Exhibit strategic agility to adapt to change and drive long-term success.
• Support employee transitions by partnering with the Production Manager in hiring and onboarding.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Strategic Adaptability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Lean Six Sigma

ISO standards

Job description

UniFirst Corporation in Broken Arrow, OK seeks an Assistant Production Manager to lead training, uphold safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced facility. You will guide a diverse team and align production with business goals across departments.

The role emphasizes cost control, quality, and operat ional excellence, with opportunities for growth within a collaborative, inclusive culture and a strong emphasis on safety and environmental responsibility.